The key to developing an effective organization, whether it is in the workplace or community, depends on perspective, character, and group interaction. People need to understand the processes for creating an environment that values both relationships and results. They need to be able to lead, accomplish goals, and effectively work with others. Suggested grade level: 9-12 Topics covered
Characteristics, leadership styles and habits of effective leaders
Effective management of self, teams, and organizations
Importance of communication and social skills in creating a professional image
Structure, programs, activities, and leadership activities of career and technical student organizations
Ethical behavior in leadership situations
Effective work relationships
Communication strategies for positive work relationships
Problem solving
Relationship of wellness and productive workers
Core Technical Standards & Examples
Indicator #1:Evaluate skills for effective leadership in the workplace and community
Bloom’s Taxonomy Level
Standards and Examples
Analysis
CTEF 1.1 Analyze characteristics, leadership styles, and habits of effective leaders For example:
Developa list of characteristics of effective and ineffective leaders
Read “The Richest Man in Town” by V.J. Smith and discuss the leadership characteristics that Marty exemplifies
Identify effective leadership styles for given situations
Write and tape a commercial that sells one of the “Six Pillars of Character” as important to effective leaders
Select a leader that you admire and write a biological sketch that describes the leadership characteristics, style, and habits of that person
Evaluate a scenario on effective leaders
Analyze personal leadership characteristics, style, and habits
Application
CTEF 1.2 Develop strategies for effective management of self, teams, and organizations For example:
Develop a process to set and achieve personal and professional goals
Role play the stages of team development
Synthesize reactions to team building activities through group discussion and self reflection
Compare the purposes of different types of meetings
Research and demonstrate the use of parliamentary procedure in conducting a business meeting
Participate in consensus building activities for given situations
Evaluation
CTEF 1.3 Assess the importance of communication and social skills in creating a professional image For example:
Plan, develop and deliver an oral presentation on a topic of interest to a specific group
Evaluate written communication for professional presentation
Demonstrate proper eating etiquette through participation in a formal dining experience
Illustrate appropriate dress for specific situations
Produce a video that illustrates a professional image
Evaluation
CTFE 1.4 Assess programs, activities, and leadership opportunities of career and technical student organizations in preparing future leaders For example:
Research and prepare a presentation on a career and technical student organization
Organize a class mini chapter for a career and technical student organization
Develop a Program of Work appropriate for a career and technical student organization
Plan, implement and evaluate activities from an organization’s Program of Work
Application
CTFE 1.5 Apply standards of ethical behavior in leadership situations For example:
Compare ethical standards of various organizations
Create a character contract for leadership
Write a summary on an article related to inequity and prejudice
Examine and reflect on recent legal conflicts resulting from unethical behavior
Document personal and peer demonstrations of respect through a respect journal
Indicator #2:Evaluate skills for effective work relationships
Comprehension
CTFE 2.1 Describe elements that contribute to effective work relationships (respect for differences, flexibility, honesty, integrity) For example:
Discuss how personal character traits impact work relationships
Interview employers on their views related to work ethic
Observe and analyze the interaction of people in a work setting
Application
CTFE 2.2 Demonstrate communication strategies that contribute to positive work relationships For example:
Assess personal communication style and the impact of this style on work relationships
Examine the impact of technology on communication and work relationships
Demonstrate effective listening and feedback skills through role play activities
Indicator #3:Distinguish factors that influence wellness practices of productive workers
Comprehension
CTEF 3.1 Identify governmental, economic, geographic, and technological influences on individual wellness For example:
Research and report on laws that impact individual wellness
Discuss the effect of the current economic situation on individual wellness
Compare individual wellness indicators in a variety of geographic locations
Debate the influence of technology on the enhancement of individual wellness
Analysis
CTEF 3.2 Analyze the impact of daily choices, behaviors, and other factors on wellness and productivity (i.e., exercise, nutrition, stress, genetics, work environment, life events) For example:
Assess the impact of life events on personal stress
Create a stress management commercial
Evaluate a workplace setting for potential hazards to wellness and productivity of workers
Analyze impact of present nutrition and exercise habits on future wellness
Assess personal workplace safety attitudes and their effect on your wellness and productivity
Rationale Statement:
The key to developing an effective organization, whether it is in the workplace or community, depends on perspective, character, and group interaction. People need to understand the processes for creating an environment that values both relationships and results. They need to be able to lead, accomplish goals, and effectively work with others.
Suggested grade level: 9-12
Topics covered
Core Technical Standards & Examples
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